EQT Launches Middle East Platform with Abu Dhabi Office
EQT, a global private markets firm managing USD 389 billion in assets, launched its Middle East platform and opened an office in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The move aims to strengthen EQT's presence across Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) markets by supporting existing portfolio companies and pursuing new investment opportunities aligned with regional economic transformation. The strategic location of Abu Dhabi allows for deeper engagement with investors, businesses, and partners throughout the GCC. The platform integrates Private Equity and Infrastructure investing under EQT’s 'One EQT' approach, leveraging its global capabilities to support sectors such as healthcare, education, digital technology, industrials, business services, infrastructure, and energy transition. Some of EQT's portfolio companies have already operated in the region for over a decade. The platform is led by Jimmy Mahtani as Chairman of GCC and Smiyet Belrhiti as Head of Middle East. Jean Eric Salata and Per Franzén emphasized that this expansion reflects long-standing relationships with regional investors and confidence in the scale of opportunities across the GCC.
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Topics: GCC Markets Infrastructure Middle East Investment Private Equity